Men control 60% of household finances. Here’s why they shouldn’t
Men control 60 percent of household finances in Australian relationships despite women's improved earning potential and investment performance, according to 2024 University of Essex research. Female investors beat male investors by 40 basis points over nine years, yet women remain underrepresented in household investment decisions. The disparity persists despite women now contributing more financially to households than previous generations.
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Published 01 Aug 2026, 19:01 UTC · Updated 01 Aug 2026, 19:10 UTC
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